CVE-2025-36226: Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Aspera Faspex

Published Mar 6, 2026
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 5.0.0 through 5.0.14.3 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Other sources

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

— IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<=5.0.14.3
IBM Aspera Faspex 5<=5.0.0 - 5.0.14.3
All of the following
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<5.0.15
Linux Linux kernel

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerabilities now by upgrading to Faspex 5.0.15 available from the link below.   ProductFixing VRMPlatformLink to FixIBM Aspera Faspex5.0.15 Linux link https://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/swg/downloadFixes

Event History

Mar 6, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Mar 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-36226?

CVE-2025-36226 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary JavaScript code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-36226?

To fix CVE-2025-36226, update IBM Aspera Faspex to version 5.0.14.4 or later, which addresses the cross-site scripting vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-36226?

IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.14.3 are affected by CVE-2025-36226.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2025-36226 enable?

CVE-2025-36226 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to embed malicious scripts in the web UI.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2025-36226?

Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2025-36226, as it allows embedded JavaScript only for authenticated users.

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